Anne-Sophie et Jean-François Quénard - Crémant de Savoie Entre Amis (Brut Nature)

Bettane & Desseauve

About the wine:

60% Jacquère, blended with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir: this lively, full-bodied, and easy-drinking Crémant boasts a lovely creamy effervescence. The best in its category.

About the estate:

Jean-François Quénard took over from his father in 1987, and the original five hectares have been expanded through lease agreements to reach 17.5 hectares today, ten of which have been farmed organically for the past six years (which should soon lead to certification for the reds). The whites are delicate, mineral, pure, and delightfully consistent. They boast ideal ripeness—without excess—and great finesse. The reds are full-bodied and generous; they should be decanted or given time to age. The rest of the lineup is of the same caliber, consistently offering good texture and fullness on the palate. The quality is exemplary and continues to improve. The newly introduced crémant stands out in its category. A sure bet!

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the wine:

As rich and original as ever, with a distinct character from the Jacquère (60% of the blend), which gives it its light, airy quality, this crémant is consistently among our favorites.

About the estate:

There are many people with the last names Quenard and Quénard in the village of Chignin, but Jean-François stands out. We commend the quality of his work and the consistency of his extensive lineup, which is refined year after year with subtle touches and serves as a benchmark in Savoy’s ever-evolving wine scene. The reds have improved significantly and are now of a very high standard. Rich in character and vinified using only native yeasts, the whites maintain a fine balance on the palate. Looking toward the future, Jean-François Quénard has restructured his vineyard, which is currently in the process of obtaining organic certification. The estate has now been officially passed on to his daughter Anne-Sophie, who studied in Beaune and Changins. Her first name now appears on the cellar and on the labels.

Jancis Robinson

About the wine:

[...] A dry, elegant Crémant. It whets the appetite, but those accustomed to sparkling wines with a rounded finish may find it slightly austere. That’s not the case for me. Tight, bright, and pure. Surprisingly long on the finish, too.